Which of the following is NOT a major artery that supplies blood to the lower leg and foot?

The posterior auricular artery is not involved in supplying blood to the lower leg and foot. Instead, this artery specifically provides blood to the structures around the ear and the scalp behind the ear.

In contrast, both the posterior tibial artery and the anterior tibial artery are key arteries that branch from the popliteal artery and are essential for delivering blood to the lower leg and foot. The femoral artery, while supplying blood to the thigh, also gives rise to branches that ultimately lead to the lower leg arteries. Therefore, the posterior auricular artery stands out as the artery not associated with the blood supply to the lower leg and foot.